Field Application Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment)

Test Research Innovation Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 96,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance bonus

Medical & insurance coverage

Hands-on training

Job summary

Test Research Innovation Malaysia Sdn Bhd is expanding its engineering team in Penang and seeks Field Application Engineers to support customers in production and R&D environments. The role covers installation, commissioning, qualification, troubleshooting, and collaboration with process and manufacturing teams.

Candidates should have a degree in Electrical & Electronics or related field and 3–5 years in semiconductor or electronics equipment support, with hands-on, customer-facing experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical & Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3–5 years in semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, or equipment support.
• Hands-on, customer-facing role with strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site installation, commissioning, and qualification support for semiconductor test/inspection systems.
• Support customer production line troubleshooting (hardware, software, and process-related issues).
• Perform system calibration, preventive maintenance, and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with customer teams to resolve technical issues and improve products.
• Travel to customer sites within Penang and other regions as required.
• Provide training and technical guidance to customers on equipment usage.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer-facing

Electrical & Electronics

Semiconductor test

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Tools

ICT/ATE equipment

AOI systems

Job description

Test Research Innovation Malaysia Sdn Bhd is a technology company specializing in semiconductor test, inspection, and manufacturing support solutions.

We provide technical service, installation, maintenance, and application support for PCBA testing and semiconductor inspection equipment, serving customers across the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in Malaysia and the region.

We are expanding our engineering team in Penang and are looking for passionate Field Application Engineers to support our customers in production and R&D environments.

Key Responsibilities

Provide on-site installation, commissioning, and qualification support for semiconductor test/inspection systems

Support customer production line troubleshooting (hardware, software, and process-related issues)

Perform system calibration, preventive maintenance, and failure analysis

Work closely with customer Process, Equipment, and Manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues

Support PCB/PCBA test systems, ICT/FCT, AOI, or related inspection equipment

Assist in test fixture debugging and system integration activities

Provide training and technical guidance to customers on equipment usage

Document technical issues, solutions, and field service reports

Collaborate with internal engineering team for escalation and product improvement feedback

Travel to customer sites within Penang and other regions when required

Requirements

Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field

3-5 years' experience in semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, or equipment support

Experience in any of the following is a strong advantage:

Semiconductor test (ATE / ICT / FCT)

AOI / inspection systems

PCBA manufacturing support

Automation or instrumentation equipment

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Hands-on mindset with ability to work on equipment at customer sites

Good communication skills with customer-facing experience

Willing to travel locally and occasionally overseas

What We Offer

Competitive salary package based on experience

Performance bonus

Medical & insurance coverage

Hands-on training in semiconductor test & inspection technologies

Exposure to leading semiconductor manufacturing customers

Supportive and technical-driven working environment

Why Join Us

This is a strong opportunity to build a career in the semiconductor test and inspection industry, working directly with manufacturing customers and gaining exposure to real production environments in Penang's semiconductor hub.

What can I earn as a Field Application Engineer